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The series also exemplified how baseball’s best teams maximize their assets. Dave Roberts, the Dodgers manager, utilized all four of his aces in Game 7, mirroring the Nationals' 2019 success where they used seven strong pitchers to clinch the championship. The decision to start Miguel Rojas at second base in Game 6—his first start of the postseason—underscored the importance of experience; his defense and leadership proved vital.
Additionally, the role of key players like Will Smith, who hit a decisive home run in Game 7's 11th inning, continued the theme of clutch performances. Smith's ongoing streak of winning the World Series in six consecutive years, with a home run sealing yet another victory, added a remarkable chapter to his career—a streak unlikely to be broken in the near future.